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A critical appraisal of how occupational therapists can enable participation in adaptive physical activity for children and young people
- Authors:
- SHARP Naomi, DUNFORD Carolyn, SEDDON Lyndsey
- Journal article citation:
- British Journal of Occupational Therapy, 75(11), November 2012, pp.486-494.
- Publisher:
- Sage
This literature review researched adaptive physical activity (APA) for people with physical disabilities. It examined barriers to participation, potential solutions, and the role of occupational therapists in enabling participation. A systemic literature search identified eleven key articles. Each paper was critically analysed using the Critical Appraisal Skills Programme tool. The information was summarised and reviewed using an iterative approach to identify themes. Two key themes emerged. The first encompassed barriers to participation, lack of role models, family attitudes and transportation. The second identified potential solutions through integrating APA into health care interventions. The authors conclude that participation in APA improves physical, social and psychological skills, which in turn impacts on other occupations. They believe there is a role for occupational therapists in helping children with disabilities to start participating in APA. Key to this are occupational therapists’ core skills of assessment, collaboration, engagement, adaptation, education and advocacy.